Hyundai Genesis (Republic of Korea, 2015-present)

Hyundai introduced the second generation of the Genesis at the 2014 NAIAS. The second generation rides on a new more rigid rear-wheel drive platform and is packed with new technology for the brand like automatic emergency braking, head-up display, blind-spot detection, and lane keeping assist.

The Genesis’ platform shares nothing with the previous generation and uses roughly 50% high-strength steel. The chassis uses a new five-link front suspension with added travel and multi-link rear.

Hyundai calls the look of the new Genesis Fluidic Sculpture 2.0. The hallmarks of the new design are a fluid, modern aesthetic that can be adapted to sedans and crossovers.

The second generation Genesis expresses Fluidic Sculpture 2.0 with a hexagonal front grill with heavy creases along the hood, and a second crease that flows from the headlights to the rear. It also has shorter overhangs to appear more compact.

The interior has received a significant design change as well with simplified controls and more ergonomic seats.

Hyundai is touting its new automatic emergency braking technology that works with the adaptive cruise control to know if a collision is imminent. At speeds up to 112mph it can do some braking to lessen the severity of a crash, and from 50mph, it can stop a collision entirely.

To power the Genesis, Hyundai is using its 5.0-liter V8 with 420hp and 383lb-ft. It comes with a new eight-speed automatic transmission.

The Genesis 5.0 also gets a new adaptive suspension that decreases body roll during cornering and larger 14.2in brake rotors.

The other option is a Genesis powered by a 3.8-liter V6 with 311hp and 293lb-ft. It also comes with the new eight-speed automatic.